Casey Anthony Murder Trial: Chief Defense Witness Bill Rodriguez Perjurs Himself- OUT HE GOES- .. Ashton Spits Out Spitz… Blink Discuss Live Tonight On Dana Pretzer Show (Podcast Added)
Orlando, FL- The Ninth Circuit of Orange County is beginning to look like their own decay facility.
If your watching the murder trial of Casey Anthony, for the murder of her daughter Caylee as the defense is presenting their case in chief, you are watching Jose Baez et al building their own THE BODY FARM, of defense witnesses, that is.
For those of you who wish to maintain your decorum and have been advised to remove sharp objects from your reach, I offer the Blink hilight reel.
Fly In The Ointment.. Or Chew Lugie
Dr. Timothy Huntington, who was the defense entymologist expert , swarmed in, stating that the flies and larvae were attracted to the contents of the trash bag. In short, his opinion was the blowflies, known for their ability to smell “happy hour” within seconds, were nearly absent from the trunk, and that the ones found were attracted to whatever decomposing food products, or garbage, that were NOT present.
Yep, I said NOT present. Jeff Ashton opened the evidence of the soda can reflecting no chew spit, and the “salami” packaging which actually held a piece of paper disguised as a food item, apparently.
Dr. Huntington’s “pigs not in blankets” experiment, where he had someone kill pigs and stash them in the trunks of various cars to prove the rate and amount of blowflies present in contrast to those found in the trunk of the Pontiac Sunfire, forgot to duplicate conditions in anyway, specifically, double trash bags wrapped in a laundry bag. Dr. Huntington was forced to admit he has zero relevant experience in this area.
Like a moth to the flame, State Attorney Jeff Ashton drew Huntington into his “web of truth”. Huntington, for purposes of this piece, was not at all comfortable on the prosecutorial flypaper; he said it “rides up” after a while.
It is not known if Dr. Huntington left any puparia in his seat when he was excused from the witness box.
From Founder To Flounder In Taphonomic Wikigate
William Rodriguez, Phd, the defense expert in taphonomy, or the study of decaying organisms over time through fossilization has an impressive resume.
founder- one that founds or establishes
flounder (v)- to make clumsy attempts to regain one’s balance.
The good Dr, under oath, claimed to be a co-founder of infamous THE BODY FARM in open court.
Not according to THE BODY FARM, or it’s actual founder, Dr. Bill Bass.
Dr. Rodriguez was already a subject of contention, or possible contEMPTion, for drastically altering the opinion and findings he reported, versus what he is now prepared to testify to, thus violating Judge Perry’s order for what is now going to be the third time.
However, it is a whole different animal to claim a co-founder status, than the actuality, which was a teaching assistant, and at times, window washer.
Because the State of Florida believes Rodriguez’s change in testimony is in effect a discovery violation, Judge Perry has since reserved ruling on the infraction until the trial’s conclusion.
Wait till he hears this BOMBSHELL.
Immediately Prior to Publication Update: Rodriguez is OUT. Details To Follow
Shoddy Is As Shoddy Does
By far, one of the more painful witness cross-examinations to date, Werner Spitz, MD, was like flying coach to Thailand seated next to a newborn with an ear infection, that has run out of booze in the first hour.
Dr. Spitz’s obsession with his pocket-cranial saw for all occasions not withstanding, his testimony under cross, following a celebrated 56 year forensic pathology career involving the Assasinations of President JFK and Dr. Martin Luther King was an affront to the profession, period.
At one point, he referred to the autopsy conducted by Jan Garavaglia, of “Dr. G” fame, as “shoddy” because she did not remove the “cap” of the skull, and therefore could not see the brain; although little Caylee Anthony’s remains were completely skeletonized with no soft tissue whatsoever.
When Dr. Spitz told the jury that he believed that the reason the mandibular bone appeared almost in full articular placement was because the duct tape was placed “on the left side only” after the toddler was completely decomposed, jurors were observed actually smirking at the man.
He was unaware there were 3 separate strips of duct tape affixed, and overall seemed to defy most Medico Legal Investigation of Death protocol in unnatural death investigation , which sadly, he is actually the co-author of.
Career, Interrupted.
Definitely A Fortnight…. Yes For Sure… Maybe Not
Dr. Jane Bock, the defense botany expert, as I have covered exclusively previously, is a lovely woman and accomplished professor.
She was also the benefactor of Jeff Ashton’s gentlemanly handling of her testimony during cross examination this afternoon.
Dr. Bock went from the sublime to the ridiculous in her assertion that Caylee could have completely skeletonized, and grown herself a “root wrap” via her Pooh blanket. Mr. Ashton was kinder than I would have been, to his credit, and to my “note to self about humility”, because I have written about her prior case work and it would have been entirely relevant as an impeachment item. That said, I will follow his lead.
With no personal disrespect intended whatsoever to these “experts”, professionally, you betcha, I have to ask, did Jose Baez pull these folks out of a matinee complete with the AARP discount for a COCOON screening?
How is it, these seemingly accomplished, highly educated forensic professionals with career paths the envy of many a grad student, were willing to throw their credentials behind such ludicrous opinions that were completely unsubstantiated by findings or evidence, simply to have their names associated with this case. Make no mistake, that is exactly what happened here.
Being an expert defense witness, real or perceived in this case, makes going into one’s twilight a solid 401K extender.
Blink discussing witnesses and developments after press-time LIVE tonight on THE DANA PRETZER SHOW.
Special Guests: Diane Dimond, Mark Nejame, and Blink, Editor In Chief, www. blinkoncrime.com
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Hi everyone, I followed this case back in 08/09 and then lost track but I have been watching the trial daily. I have heard Dominic Casey mentioned several times can someone please explain to me what the big deal about his testimony is? Who would he be a witness for and what are people surmising he may testify to? Thanks in advance!
notalawyerbutplayoneontv
I am sorry that you were offended by some of Blink’s story. You may or not be old enough to qualify for AARP membership.
As one who is old enough to be Blink’s grandfather I will say that these so called experts have passed their prime and are IMO looking for one last chance at the spotlight.
As a person of their generation (Spitz) who by the grace of GOD still can think and do, I am ashamed of them for not using better judgement.
Their collective performace was painful to watch as they were caught in cross examanation making opinions that could not relate to truth or reality.
I thought the article by Blink was spot-on. In fact she was a lot more gentle than I would be. Incompentence is incompentence no matter your age or where it happens.
I have finally finished listening to your podcast Blink- very informative for sure. But I am worried even further about juror #4 after listening to Mr Nejame. Sigh- I must block it out. lol.
Kleat- I remember that conversation about the tape as well. Don’t you think Biaz would be going mad if in fact there is support of differing duct tape? I would think so. I only caught a glimpse of Jean C’s remarks, so I missed the context.
artgal- YES, Dr Bock does look like Aunt Clara- what a riot. She seemed very tentative in answering Ashton. She indicated right from the get go- ” oh yes I remember the deposition…” to Ashton’s query, as if she did not have such a pleasurable time. I also agree he, Ashton, was respectful and didn’t humiliate her as he could have.
Today seemed to be the best day the DT has had since trial began. I can’t think of anything overwhelmingly positive for them, but Biaz acted as though he had half a brain on for once. I also think Dr Eikenbloom may have helped their side as well, if the jury could make out all he had to say. I found it a bit curious though, he REALLY needed the slide show as a resource to his testimony. I do believe he would have cried if he was unable to use it. Loved Dr Wise, he had a laugh just like Dr Vass, and didn’t take too kindly to the attempted beat down of his colleague. Biaz just doesn’t know when to quit.
One other thing that I’m confused about…why would the defense introduce the syringe with chloroform found??? Am I missing something?
Jose Baez is cunning, but also endearing to the jury. The credentials of the defence witnesses is what stands out more than anything, they raise very good points in testimony to the point where you see the very animated prosecution challenge. Murder has not and can not be proven. Aggravated Manslaughter is the more likely but not certain either, 4 counts of providing false information is admitted.
Nothing in this case seems right.
Blink – This could be your best article ever, you seriously ROCK!
There was “one of those moments” today, that came with FBI Forensic Chemist Michael Rickenbach’s answer to Jeff Ashton’s final question on cross regarding his identification methods, and Jeff Ashton’s response before he said no further questions.
(starting at the 6:20 mark)
http://www.wftv.com/video/28321271/index.html
annals
Your comment about Dr. Wise and Dr. Vass working closely together is so true. For anyone to think that Dr. Vass is not chemically literate is pure nonsense. Dr. Wise testified with a smile on his face and a twinkle in his eye, even giving an example of how they assisted one another. Anyone who has ever worked in an engineering or scientific environment is very familiar with the type of exchange of information and ideas that takes place.
I don’t know about the evidence the defense introduced concerning the soft drink bottle and the syringe that tested to contain a small amount of chloroform. I don’t think the prosecution considered it as an important article found at the recovery scene. It could have been placed long after the body.
Eloise
There are some people, who work in every profession, that are not able to internalize knowledge to the point that they can get away from aids such as slides or notes. I think it has to do with whether or not they were taught to memorize as children and if they are visual thinkers.
This IMO is why Dr. Eikenbloom was so dependent on his slides. He is just not able to mentally organize his thoughts any other way.
6.WPG says:
June 22, 2011 at 8:47 pm
6.WPG says:
June 22, 2011 at 8:47 pm
There was “one of those moments” today, that came with FBI Forensic Chemist Michael Rickenbach’s answer to Jeff Ashton’s final question on cross regarding his identification methods, and Jeff Ashton’s response before he said no further questions.
(starting at the 6:20 mark)
http://www.wftv.com/video/28321271/index.html
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Do you mean when the witness indicated he supplemented the chemical analysis with “the smell of it” to determine it was a cleaning product? I wished a Perry Mason response was possible in a real courtroom!
Liam, no offense, but your comment that Baez is endearing really threw me. All I can say is, different strokes!
re: the above 8:47pn link to wftv
FBI Forensic Chemist Michael Rickenbach explained to Jeff Ashton his identification methods of chemicals and products . . . including his method to SMELL the product. Jeff Ashton’s reaction to what the FBI CHEMIST said was just great.
Another boost for Dr. Vass.
Hello all.
IMO0
Jose Baez is not endearing- He seems to me, to be a petulant, self absorbed, door to door sales man, who is trying very hard with as little effort as possible, to sell his “wares” to the jury.
He acts like he wants to be the new best friend to every juror.
His honey sweet exaggerated salutations to the jurors, each morning -with that smile plastered to his face, makes me want to stop watching the rest of the days proceedings, right there and then.
As for his cunning- yes I do believe he is cunning- Look what he has done to The Anthony’s, George and Cindy
For years he played them. He told them what they needed to do to help their daughter, he sent his client, their daughter, back into the home, for house arrest, and told them not to ask her questions.
He sent Casey back into that home, a home, in which supposedly his client was molested and raped by her father and maybe her brother, for years, a home, that her baby daughter supposedly died in a tragic drowning, a home that held the trash bags, and the stickers and the ducttape, and the pooh bedding….
JB went to dinners at their house, with his wife, and sat there and broke bread with them, telling them and the world, that he knew their daughter was innocent, and that Caylee was out there, alive somewhere.
He dictated what he wanted the Anthonys to do and to say, walking out in front of the cameras, holding hands with Cindy Anthony, as he stood there in front of the house, claiming to care about her pain and declaring his client, her daughter innocent.
He appeared on show after show “with” them, as they towed his imaginary line, bolstering his assertions and Caseys – her “innocence” and Caylee’s “kidnapping” in the hopes that Caylee would be brought home safe, and Casey would be free to come home, “once Caylee was found”… alive and well with “Zanny”
He manipulated Cindy calling her “Rosebud”, and Cindy worked hard to make sure that the receipts ect, got to him -and BTW what happened to those binders of notes?
JB passed messages back and forth, who knows what he told them Casey said, or what he read in their letters that never made it to Casey….
JB stood there, along side of George, in court, as he pleaded for the jail house tapes not to be released. When that didnt work, he informed them to stay away from Casey- dont come see her, dont attempt to, stay away, for years they followed his advice, thinking he was on their side, Caseys side, Caylees side….
He had the Anthonys snowed, as he had them work with him to try to declare themselves as agents of the state.
He manipulated Georges emotions, again and again. JB sent him to Mark Nejames office to storm in on a press conference. He manipulated and made George break down on the stand, and acted as if the last thing he wanted to do, was hurt him, as he said (PP) George- Caylee was your granddaughter, your sunshine there isnt anything you wouldnt have done to bring her home, and Casey is your baby too, you love her she is the most important thing in your life, just like Caylee, there isnt anything that you wouldnt do to bring her home, even if it meant not following the courts orders, you would do it, to protect her….right?
JP had his private detective go work for the Anthonys, feeding Cindys desperate need to believe Caylee was alive and well and being held…her desperation to believe that her daughter was protecting her family from …drug lords at Fusion and strange houses with barking dogs and childrens toys out front and a “older” Caylee in Puerto Rico…and all the rest.
JB on the night of Dec 11, went to the hotel and again broke bread with them and assured them it would be okay, and he worked hard to get them to believe what ever the latest “theory” was, whether it was Zanny was in Puerto Rico, or Jesse Grund was questionable, or Roy Kronk was a pervert or LE was out to frame their daughter ….on and on and on.
The Anthonys continued to write letters though, giving everything he wanted and more, in depos and in interviews and during court hearings, they helped him along- they tried to tell the truth, but in a way that would shine the best light possible, on Casey, not on themselves.
JB is sure to use it all against them in a court of law- during the trial \
Why? over what?
an accident that snow-balled out of control????
Yes IMOO, JB is the worst kind of cunning- he is the kind that takes no prisoners and is willing to destroy whomever in any way possible to be declared “The winner”
What Casey didnt destroy with her lies and Caylees death- JB has destroyed with his cunning.
The Anthony family is in taters torn apart, all because of an accidental drowning, that spiraled out of control?
If this was true, JB could have helped them pick up the pieces he could have helped Casey plead guilty to a lesser charge, and he could have done it with out claiming molestation and cover-up and Kronk-
He could have done what he asked the jurors to do, in his OS- he could have helped send Casey Home to her family, as it stands now, she has been in jail for 3 years awaiting trial – a trial which may end in a sentence of death- Casey now has no home…and no family to call her own- IMOO JB is a big part of why
Tomorrow it is said JB will call Cindy to the stand- I guess we will see him in action, live in all his glory-
My prayers for the Anthonys and for justice, and even for Casey, whom I think, given representation by any other lawyer, one less “cunning” would have visited her family and would have plead guilty- sparing her family, and herself, and her daughter from further pain and indignities- and her life would have never been on the line.
AJMO
I had a day in France yesterday and missed the Trial; had to catch up last night (thank you JBP for making it a half day!or I would really have had to burn the midnight oil). This morning it was catch up time with BOC – what a shock, 107 comments to read through!! I so admire all of you for keeping up with everything, I realise I am very lucky being a retired lady living in the UK so that the timing of the Court appearances is very convenient for me. How Blink managed a weekend away only to come back with a fantastic article and having read and commented on so many posts is truly amazing – and what dedication!!
I am in awe of Mr Ashton, his cross’s have been truly amazing and I feel very confident that he is one step ahead all the time. Also, he seems to have got his ‘short fuse’ under control without losing his enthusiasm and drive.
Question: Does anyone else get the feeling that Mr Mason is actually enjoying himself? He appears neither anxious nor harried unlike Baez. I can’t believe he hasn’t known what direction the defense was going in and the likely put down that would come with each new witness from Mr Ashton on cross. If he is as experienced as we are told, how come he sits back and allows the wheels of the bus to roll over the defense of which he is a major player? He seems totally unconcerned and I would go as far as to say, a smile hovers around his mouth constantly. I just don’t get it. It is almost as if he knows the likely outcome regardless of the Defense’s fiasco throughout this trial. PLEASE, I am in need of a bit of BLINK bolstering!!!!
Now this was an interesting piece last night..
http://www.cnn.com/2011/CRIME/06/23/florida.casey.anthony.trial/index.html?hpt=hp_p1&iref=NS1
I hope the video comes up it was sketchy & its from Anderson Cooper’s show on CNN.
If someone came forward to say he/she did analyze the hard drive at JB’s request, would that mean JB perjured himself as an officer of the court? Aren’t officers of the court sworn to tell the truth when questioned by the judge?
Maybe this is old news- but HLN says Cindy will be on the stand today. Also they go on to say the Anthony attorney told them that they don’t believe Casey in innocent. Great, I will have to stay up all night to watch again-lol.
Liam- I agree with the first part of your post. Baez is most certainly cunning, he is attempting play everyone like a fiddle. He is far from the ignoramus he is playing on tv. The problem he is having, is midway thru his point is lost. He is too impatient to wait for the kill, just watch Ashton. He can get excited and want to get to the point, but he reigns himself back in, knowing the effect is sooo much better for those who wait.
Blink, have you seen/heard “the newest from G/C Anthony Attn ???”
===>Lawyer: Casey’s Parents Do Not Believe She’s Innocent<===
http://www.wftv.com/news/28329373/detail.html
On Wednesday night, the attorney representing George and Cindy Anthony told a CNN reporter his clients do not think Casey is innocent. Attorney Mark Lippman went on to say George and Cindy don't want to see Casey put to death.
The CNN reporter talked about the conversation he had with Lippman. “I asked him a very specific question, I said, ‘Do your clients, George and Cindy Anthony, think that she is not guilty?’ and his answer was, they do not think that. He said they want to see justice done, they want to see the truth come out, and then he added to me, he said, they do not believe she is innocent," said Gary Tuchman.
That conversation happened off camera, but it's the first time that WFTV has heard that the Anthonys have turned on their daughter in terms of wanting to see her acquitted, and now Casey's attorney appears to be having a hard time disputing the state's evidence.
“On Wednesday night, the attorney representing George and Cindy Anthony told a CNN reporter his clients do not think Casey is innocent. Attorney Mark Lippman went on to say George and Cindy don’t want to see Casey put to death.
The CNN reporter talked about the conversation he had with Lippman. “I asked him a very specific question, I said, ‘Do your clients, George and Cindy Anthony, think that she is not guilty?’ and his answer was, they do not think that. He said they want to see justice done, they want to see the truth come out, and then he added to me, he said, they do not believe she is innocent,” said Gary Tuchman.”
http://www.wftv.com/news/28329373/detail.html
Evidently the Anthonys lawyer has come out with a statement that Tuchman misrepresented or took out of context what the Anthonys said.
The parents only want the truth about what happened to their granddaughter.
So is his statement a retraction or what? I am going around in circles.
http://www.baynews9.com/article/news/2011/june/267833/Report:-Casey-Anthonys-parents-believes-shes-not-innocent?cid=rss
@ MsEnscene
This reminds me of the old shell game..
My understanding is simply that George and Cindy want the truth about what happened to Caylee to be revealed in court, whatever that truth might be. However, they do NOT know what the truth is, only some of things it is not. They do NOT know/believe that Casey is innocent, but neither do they know what she is guilty of doing. Whatever the truth is found to be, and however justice is served, they will plead for the life of their daughter.
To be honest, I think that this position deserves respect. They are putting their trust in the court, want the truth, and hope for Casey’s life.
I can respect this, without admiring or condoning their lives as a whole.
HERE IS THE LINK FOR THE STATEMENT FROM CASEYS PARENTS LAST NIGHT: http://content.usatoday.com/communities/ondeadline/post/2011/06/cnn-casey-anthonys-lawyer-says-her-parents-do-not-believe-she-is-innocent-of-daughters-death/1
Rumblings the Anthony’s & Attn are back pedaling about “statement of not innocent” …
Has anyone said the Anthony’s attorney is now saying, “They did NOT say Casey is innocent, they just want to know the truth.” Breaking CNN news correction.
Update to statement made about what George and Cindy said http://www.cnn.com/2011/CRIME/06/23/florida.casey.anthony.trial/index.html?hpt=ju_c1
1st – Original Report
http://www.cnn.com/2011/CRIME/06/23/florida.casey.anthony.trial/index.html?hpt=hp_p1&iref=NS1
An attorney representing George and Cindy Anthony issued a statement Thursday clarifying his remarks.
“The Anthony family maintains that they simply want justice in this case,” said attorney Mark Lippman.
“The Anthony family maintains they do not, under any circumstance, support any theory that the defense has put forward regarding George Anthony’s actions. The Anthony family maintains that while they want both the state and the defense to do their jobs respectively, they do not under any circumstance wish to see that the state achieves the ultimate sanction that the State of Florida is looking for, which is the death penalty.
“The Anthony family maintains they want the truth about what has happened to their granddaughter,” Lippman said in the statement. “Finally, Lippman Law Offices does not and will not condone the idea that attorney-client privilege was ever breached and any misunderstanding as to statements should not be considered that the Anthony family wants anything other than the things identified here.”
Lippman’s Wednesday statement to CNN’s Gary Tuchman was discussed on “AC 360″ on Wednesday night.
“But this is important and they wanted me to stress this,” Tuchman said. “They love her, they support her and they do not want her to get the death penalty and they will do all they can to avoid her getting the death penalty in this case.”
Update to statement made about what George and Cindy said http://www.cnn.com/2011/CRIME/06/23/florida.casey.anthony.trial/index.html?hpt=ju_c1
Link to People.com story about Judge Perry
http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20504697,00.html
Logan’s testimony, the little that is coming in, is a mess. He is muddling up various aspects of laboratory quality control/quality assurance, test precision and variability, control and blank samples, etc. Badly. His basic definitions are correct, but he is using them out of context. Only in my humble personal opinion, of course.
Perhaps ATG will second that??
At least he refused to answer some impossible questions.
State toxicology lab chief resigns over DUI errors
By KOMO Staff & News Services Published: Feb 14, 2008 at 3:38 PM PDT Last Updated: Sep 27, 2010 at 12:53 PM PDT
SEATTLE — Dr. Barry Logan, head of the state crime and toxicology labs, has resigned following the discovery of deficiencies in the way DUI testing was conducted at the toxicology lab.
Logan’s resignation is effective March 14.
As head of the Washington State Patrol’s Forensic Laboratory Services Bureau, Logan was responsible for operation of the state crime lab and toxicology lab. He also filled the role of state toxicologist.
“Barry and I spent a good deal of time discussing the future of his bureau,” said State Patrol Chief John R. Batiste. “In the end, we came to a collegial and mutual agreement that a change in leadership is necessary.”
Logan said he felt as director of the toxicology and crime labs, he had to take responsibility for the events of the last eight months, which involved decisions by judges in King and other counties to disallow use of breath tests in DUI cases.
http://www.komonews.com/news/local/15643687.html
Now, the “witness” has a “tainted background”…
Somewhat a “problem lab”, you think ???
After months of litigation and sharp criticism from the courts, State Toxicologist Barry Logan has resigned amidst allegations of perjury, ethical problems, scientific errors and carelessness.
Fair warning, lol, the State of Florida is armed with this information.
B
If I may, I would like to share my personal opinion that sloppy questions (on direct) to an expert witness may reflect not only on the attorney, but also on the witness. It is not unusual for an expert witness to assist the attorneys in composing the questions, practicing technical pronunications, etc. Again, all in my personal opinion.
Here is a video regarding George and Cindy, how they are coping.
http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/bestoftv/2011/06/15/exp.spr.casey.parents.emotion.hln
13.Mom3.0 says:
June 23, 2011 at 1:04 am
Hello all.
IMO0
Jose Baez is not endearing- He seems to me, to be a petulant, self absorbed, door to door sales man, who is trying very hard with as little effort as possible, to sell his “wares” to the jury.
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Mom3.0
Without reposting your entire thread about JB, I have to say I agree. Much of what you said, I was not aware of because I haven’t been following this case closely until the trial started. I do think in the beginning Cindy and George were wanting to believe Casey’s lies and they hoped and had faith because they love Caylee as any grandparent loves their precious gift and it sounds like they had faith in JB that he would be their hero and return her home.
Sadly, I think that Casey and JB are cut from the same cloth and at this point, I am truly not sure who is conning who. To watch the two of them in court is not only disgusting, it seems to be unethical. While George and Cindy sit in the back row of the courtroom having to continue to suffer their loss in such a manner, Casey and JB appear to be having a ball with the circus and it wouldn’t surprise me in the least if they were playing footsie under the table.
Nobody is perfect, but it seems that George and Cindy cared deeply for Casey and Caylee and it is heartbreaking that they have been fooled not once (by Casey) but twice now (by JB) at Caylees expense.
I pray for justice for little Caylee. She was such an innocent in this world.
9.A Texas Grandfather says:
June 22, 2011 at 9:36 pm
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WRT Mr. Eikelenboom’s slides: When an expert has very complicated scientific information to present, many times the attorneys will encourage the expert to organize his/her testimony into a power point presentation for the jury. Presentations such as this are very common in criminal trials.
I have been following Richard Eikelenboom’s ‘touch’ DNA work for years and find it fascinating. He and his wife, a physician, have diligently worked on several cold cases here in the U.S. In this particular case, I’m not sure what JB hoped to do with him as a witness, but it fell flat, IMO.
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13.Mom3.0 says:
June 23, 2011 at 1:04 am
“He sent Casey back into that home, a home, in which supposedly his client was molested and raped by her father and maybe her brother, for years, a home, that her baby daughter supposedly died in a tragic drowning, a home that held the trash bags, and the stickers and the ducttape, and the pooh bedding….”
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@Mom3.0: What an excellent point. One would think, if JB actually believed that CA had been sexually abused by GA and Caylee had drowned in that pool, he would have insisted she not go back to the Anthony home.
Originally published February 15, 2008 at 12:00 AM | Page modified February 15, 2008 at 12:42 AM
State crime-lab chief to resign
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nationworld/2004183869_logan15m.html
Logan’s resignation comes just two weeks after a panel of King County judges ruled that the state toxicology lab — one of the two labs overseen by Logan — engaged in “fraudulent and scientifically unacceptable” practices while preparing and analyzing breath tests used to prosecute suspected drunken drivers. The judges called for the suppression of the tests and laid much of the blame on Logan, finding he bore “a good deal of the responsibility for [the lab's] shortcomings.”
Another panel of judges, from Skagit County, had earlier accused Logan of misconduct for his handling of the lab.
Logan has been state toxicologist since 1990. Nine years later he was also named director of the Forensic Laboratory Services Bureau, which was created to coordinate the efforts of programs including the Washington State Toxicology Laboratory and the State Patrol Crime Laboratory Division.
In its blistering 29-page ruling, the panel of three King County District Court judges said last month the lab created a “culture of compromise” with so many “ethical lapses, systemic inaccuracy, negligence and violations of scientific principles” that the breath tests should not be used as evidence in pending DUI cases. The judges found that a “multiplicity of errors,” including how breath-test results were analyzed and verified at the lab, affected thousands of cases in recent years.
Help me out please. Brian Burner said in his statement that a tall young man in green truck was at Cindy’s with Casey around the time Caylee was killed. Who is this? What does this man have to do with Caylee? Thanks!
Heavily inked as well, I believe.
B
I’ve listened to the statements made by the George and Cindy Anthony through their attorney, Mr. Lippman. My understanding is, not only do they believe she is not innocent, they say they do not support the defense theory in this case. I do not believe George had anything to do with the death or disposal of little Caylee, nor do I believe the sexual molestation accusations put on him and Lee. I do however, find it a little unsettling the fact that Lee has not included himself in the statement through Mr. Lippman or made a separate statement.
“The Anthony family maintains they do not, under any circumstance, support any theory that the defense has put forward regarding George Anthony’s actions.”
GEORGE ANTHONY’S actions . . .
This wording is another example why I still do not trust the A’s.
Do they support any theory the defense has put forward regarding their daughter? IMO, yes – - as per accidental drowning.
Do they know this was not an accidental drowning?
IMO, more than likely, yes.
GraceintheHills~
Agree that Mr. Eikelenboom & his DNA theories are interesting. Will no doubt herald further research/study into advancing DNA.
I felt jb was “rude” & actually caught Mr. Eikelenboom off guard w/the Q about his accent” -and- than jb blames the man’s wife as well, Mr. Eikelenboom of “not adhereing to JP’s order”.
Even though Mr. Eikelenboom stated to the Judge jb had basically “stopped communicating w/him”.
Since Mr. Eikelenboom is extending his education in America [Phd] this will give him time to “experience DNA field in USA first hand”.
I felt bad for the man as he was “sucked into the jb vortex”.
AJMO
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@GraceintheHills says:
June 23, 2011 at 11:39 am
9.A Texas Grandfather says:
June 22, 2011 at 9:36 pm
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WRT Mr. Eikelenboom’s slides: When an expert has very complicated scientific information to present, many times the attorneys will encourage the expert to organize his/her testimony into a power point presentation for the jury. Presentations such as this are very common in criminal trials.
I have been following Richard Eikelenboom’s ‘touch’ DNA work for years and find it fascinating. He and his wife, a physician, have diligently worked on several cold cases here in the U.S. In this particular case, I’m not sure what JB hoped to do with him as a witness, but it fell flat, IMO.
Though the Anthony Attn is trying to do damage control — he is NOT denying the “statement”.
Guess, he’s realizing “that client/attn privilege” he just blew ….
Could it be a “record” – 24 objections & 5 sidebars for this witness [up to lunch break] ???
Oh – the Anthony’s again! In as much as they believe that Casey is ‘NOT INNOCENT’, they will NEVER reveal what they know to be true. They ALREADY know the TRUTH, but will NEVER reveal it to the public. Casey Anthony will never reveal the TRUTH as to what she did to Caylee. Same premise – same thinking – same pathology. Can’t trust an Anthony – EVER! Let’s NOT leave Lee out of this pathology either.
Lies, lies, lies, – constantly spewing from their mouths. The TRUTH will NEVER be revealed by them. Let them write books. I will not believe a thing.
We (the public) can only surmise by piecing the facts and evidence together. I hope that is how the jury finds the truth in this too.
And Jose Baez? I won’t even go there. The truth will never come out with any of these people. It’s sad they will make money by withholding truth.
Im still here creeping Blink…lol
Heavily inked…hmmmm?? I have two guesses…
While I will admit that Bozo is a complete embarrASSment to the Law profession, Casey was asked by Judge Strickland if she wanted to keep him as an attorney and she answered “yes” (in quotes so it’s important).
Add to that the list of other qualified attorneys who have danced through. How can she possible claim ineffective counsel? After all, Ted Bundy represented himself, in a Florida courtroom, and he was not allowed to claim ineffective counsel. Explain please, I’m confused.
Well, we’re “verging” on lab techniques & the ability for Dr Logan to “perform such testing” …
Mr Ashton has whipped out his 3-cans of whoop a** [yes, "those" cans...]
Oops, 4-cans of whoop a** {1-can in evidence bag, 3-cans w/o]
Simms has opened -or the very least cracked the door by questioning Dr Logan about Dr Vass testings …
When JA began to question Dr Logan –Simms objection “as shifting the burden of proof to defense…”
Judge has sustained objection w/ both Simms & Mason asking “for instruction for the jury …{who are out of court room]…but now the Judge has called an extended 10+min break… sidebar….”
So “shifting the burden of proof … because the defense cracked the door … Judge has sustained the objection & defense did NOT ask for mistrial ….”
Defense is “using” Dr Logan to impeached Dr Vass’s findings even though Dr Logan is NOT qualified in air samples” …
Once again, the defense & their “questioning … what a huge problem…”
AJMO
http://patrishka.wordpress.com/2009/03/14/new-casey-anthony-party-pics-released/the-girlfriend/
hope the link works…in response to heavily inked guy with Casey…I have no idea who he is?
ps..if you click on the picture of he and Casey it gets larger.
pps…..he actually has KILL tattooed on his fingers!?!…nice fellow I’m sure.